Hidden Stories in Paint: Bondi Pavilion’s Letters from the Past

Bondi Pavilion has long been more than a landmark by the sea—it’s a place where generations have gathered, swum,...

Yours Faithfully: An Interactive Exploration of Letter Writing at the Museum of Australian Democracy

Step back in time and experience the nostalgic art of letter writing with Yours Faithfully, an interactive exhibition at...

Reviving the Lost Art of Connection: Why Letters Still Matter in a Digital World

Reviving the Lost Art of Connection: Why Letters Still Matter in a Digital World In an age dominated by...

The Rebirth of Letter Writing in the Digital Age: 10 Reasons Why Handwritten Letters Are Making a Comeback

In a world dominated by emails, text messages, and social media updates, the art of letter writing might seem...

Primary School Teacher Catalina, Inspiring Students to Write Thank-You Letters.

Catalina, a passionate primary school teacher from Western Sydney, NSW, has revolutionised how her students engage with writing. Through...
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Hidden Stories in Paint: Bondi Pavilion’s Letters from the Past
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Yours Faithfully: An Interactive Exploration of Letter Writing at the Museum of Australian Democracy
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Reviving the Lost Art of Connection: Why Letters Still Matter in a Digital World
Inspiration, Parenting
The Rebirth of Letter Writing in the Digital Age: 10 Reasons Why Handwritten Letters Are Making a Comeback
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Primary School Teacher Catalina, Inspiring Students to Write Thank-You Letters.

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About World Letter Writing Day

Welcome to World Letter Writing Day

 

World Letter Writing Day offers a delightful escape for families, especially those with children, to unplug from the digital world and rediscover the timeless joy of letter writing. It's incredible how this simple act can enhance children's focus on their studies and education. Moreover, we've found that exchanging letters is a wonderful way to strengthen family bonds.

A heartfelt thank you note to mum and dad is always cherished and grandparents' faces light up with joy when they receive a letter from their grandchildren. Our mission is to share the happiness that comes from the heartfelt exchange of handwritten letters with loved ones. The joy a letter brings can be cherished forever. After all, who ever discards a love letter? While World Letter Writing Day is celebrated on 1st September, we invite everyone to embrace the art of letter writing, any day of the year! World Letter Writing Day is more than a single occasion; it's a chance to spread happiness throughout the year.

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Business booms for Melbourne’s last typewriter repairman, Tom Koska

A little over a year ago, Melbourne typewriter repairman Tom Koska carefully peeled open a letter from a grateful customer. He was used to it, of course — as the last Australian tradesman qualified to recondition these writing relics, many a client had tapped out a message of gratitude. But none was quite like this: “Dear Tom,” the letter began. “Word has reached the shores of the USA of your shop, of your servicing of typewriters and the Down Under Type-O-Verse. “Good on you, Mate. “I hope to return to your island nation and, if possible, your neck of the woods. When I do I will find your shop…

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Q handwritten letter that lies in glass case – and can’t be read until 2085

A letter written by Queen Elizabeth in 1986, addressed to the Lord Mayor of Sydney, was sealed by the Monarch and cannot be opened until the year 2085 The Queen has left an intriguing secret in Sydney: a sealed letter, personally written by Her Majesty in 1986, that cannot be opened for 63 years. The handwritten note was penned by Her Majesty more than 30 years ago, and is addressed to Mayor, for the people of Sydney. It lies in the city’s Queen Victoria Building, and its contents have never been revealed.

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Why Writing Letters Is Still Important Today.

  Why Writing Letters Is Still Important Today. Here’s What Your Child Can Learn From It We tell you why the art of letter writing is still relevant in this digital age and in what ways it benefits your child “How wonderful it is to be able to write someone a letter! To feel like conveying your thoughts to a person, to sit at your desk and pick up a pen, to put your thoughts into words like this is truly marvelous.” Haruki Murakami (Norwegian Wood) The first recorded letter written by hand was by the Persian Queen Atossa around 500 BC….

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Writing A Letter For Business

A few years ago I was working on my third book which is titled; 100 Australian Legends – The People Who Shaped A Nation. I spent seventeen years meeting, photographing & interviewing 100 Iconic Australians. One of the legends I met & interviewed was Frank Lowy who is the founder of Westfield Shopping Centres. Mr Lowy is a multi billionaire & obviously a very busy person. I knew to get his attention I had to approach him in a different way. I knew that if I sent an email to Westfield that it would be unlikely that it would get…

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“The War To End All Wars”

Alec Campbell was the last person to survive the battle of Gallipoli. I was fortunate to spend two days with Alec & his wife Kathleen in February 2002 to photograph him & interview him about his incredible life. Letter to Alec Campbell January 2002 BIO: Alec Campbell Bio by Richard Simpkin Portrait of Alec Campbell; Richard Simpkin 2002. Alec Campbell – WWI & Last Survivor of Gallipoli From all the nations that enlisted, Alec Campbell became the face for all who served at Gallipoli. He didn’t want to, nor did he understand why; but history books will show that Alec…

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Sir Donald Bradman

In 1997 I wrote a letter to cricketing great & one of my idols; Sir Donald Bradman. I asked him what would be the right cricket bat to buy & also asked him if he was ever scared of being hit during his cricketing career. He was incredibly generous to reply to my letter.

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Never Underestimate The Power of Writing A Letter To Someone.

The 1st of September is World Letter Writing day which this year fell on a Saturday. The day before I visited a Catholic primary school in Sydney Australia as part of World Letter Writing Day. I spoke to children from the ages of 5 to 12 & they all wrote a letter, many of them for the very first time. One of the children had finished writing his letter & gave me his envelope. I looked at the envelope & it read: Adress Heven & in the corner he wrote: To God. I was a little confused & asked him...Continue reading
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The launching of World Letter Writing Day

On the 1 September 2014 Richard Simpkin launched World Letter Writing Day at Waverley College in Sydney Australia. The event gained major media exposure for WLWD and also for Waverley College where the media picked up the story and the school was able to get great positive exposure for promoting the art of letter writing. The children enjoyed writing letters to everyone from their parents to the local council. Many of the children had never written a letter before so it was an exciting lesson for them all. If you would like Richard to attend your school to help teach...Continue reading